Statewide services
We want to share and follow existing best practices. There are multiple design systems and resources on best practices when building a website. Below are a list of ones we follow to obtain the most up-to-date guidance for making user-centered content.
CA State Content Management System
CAWeb Publishing offers a powerful, reliable, and easy platform to build, maintain, and host state websites.
CA State Web Template
The California State Web Template provides templates that help state agencies to design and build websites, ensuring a consistent, accessible, and user-friendly public experience.
CA.gov State Entity Profile
This tool enables the updating of a CA state entity’s web profile and services listed on CA.gov. Each department is required to maintain an accurate profile on CA.gov.
Open Data Publishing
The California Open Data Portal offers public access to a wide range of state agency datasets, promoting transparency and data-driven decision-making.
Open Source Code Portal
The California Open Source Code Portal centralizes the state’s open source initiatives, showcasing projects and resources for developing with open source technologies.
CDT Training Resources
The California Department of Technology provides training resources to enhance state employees’ technology skills and support their professional development within the IT sector.